B23 5BA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Capilano Road, 0.6km from Perry Common in Birmingham. Administratively it sits within Perry Common ward and the Birmingham, Erdington constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, B23 5BA is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. It has a young, student-heavy population (average age 27) — lively, but with high tenant turnover. 60% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 59% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Birmingham. Full-time employment stands at 16% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £137k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for B23 5BA are sourced from Output Area E00186129 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CAPILANO ROAD, B23 5BA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CAPILANO ROAD, B23 5BA.
537
27
£ 34,400 /yr
29%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B23 5BA falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
B23 5BA has a significant social housing presence — 60% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B23 5BA. The average age is 27.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A notably young demographic dominated by renters. The population leans heavily toward young adults in their twenties and thirties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 137,200
4 sales · Mean £ 137,200
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B23 5BA has low crime rates — 39 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Story Wood School
St Margaret Mary RC Junior and Infant School
Wilson Stuart School
Oasis Academy Short Heath
Court Farm Primary School
Hawthorn Primary School
North Birmingham Academy
Warren Farm Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
22 nearby- Bargain Kings UK0.7 km
- G Preston & Co Ltd0.7 km
- Mini Supermarket0.3 km
- Londis College Road0.7 km
- Post Office0.9 km
- + 17 more
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- DClicious0.3 km
- Light Of Bengal Tandoori Restaurant0.7 km
- Pizza Hot0.7 km
- The Ring Side Cafe0.3 km
- Zinger Chicken0.7 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Bella Pizza0.3 km
- Olivers Fish Bar0.4 km
- Happy Tummies - Unit A0.7 km
- Old Town0.7 km
- Teasers0.3 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Aldi Foodstore Ltd0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Royal British Legion0.7 km
- Oscott Social Club0.4 km
- The Leopard0.9 km
- No 1 Pub0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Erdington1.9 km
- Chester Road2.2 km
- Wylde Green2.5 km
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Postcode Profile: B235BA · Data under Open Government Licence